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Charlottesville Area Transit News

Jaunt Relocates 29 North CONNECT Bus Stop to Improve Rider Convenience

July 2, 2026

Beginning Monday, August 3, 2026, Jaunt riders using the 29 North CONNECT route will board and exit at a new location in Hollymead. The move is designed to provide easier access, improved amenities, and a more comfortable experience for commuters. The bus stop, currently located at the Food Lion in Hollymead, will relocate to Hollymead Town Center near Kohl’s, adjacent to First Free Coffee at 340 Towncenter Lane, Suite 100, Charlottesville, VA 22911. The new stop offers several rider-friendly improvements,

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New ICAM Pilot Program Webpage Now Available

June 29, 2026

Organizations interested in coordinated transportation now have a new resource to help them better understand the Innovative Coordinated Access and Mobility (ICAM) Pilot Program. The newly launched ICAM Pilot Program webpage serves as a central hub for information about the program, explaining its purpose and highlighting how innovative, coordinated transportation solutions can improve access to essential services for communities nationwide. Visitors to the page will find an overview of what the ICAM Pilot Program supports, examples of previously funded projects,

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PATH Participated in Louisa County Awareness Festival

June 11, 2026

On June 6, PATH participated in the Louisa County Special Needs & Autism Awareness Festival, connecting residents with transportation resources available throughout the region. Festival attendees visited the PATH table to learn about local transit services, volunteer transportation programs, travel training opportunities, and the PATH Helpline. Staff answered questions and shared information designed to help older adults and people with disabilities access transportation for medical appointments, shopping, employment, and other essential trips. Community events like the Awareness Festival help increase

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Transportation Services in the Charlottesville Area

CAT

Charlottesville Area Transit provides public transportation in the City of Charlottesville and urban parts of Albemarle County. Wheelchair accessible and FARE-FREE.

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MICRO CAT

MicroCAT is an on-demand public rideshare service that offers rides in Pantops and the US-29 Corridor area. Wheelchair accessible & FARE-FREE.

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JAUNT

Jaunt offers curb-to-curb service in Buckingham, Fluvanna, Louisa, Greene, Nelson, and rural Albemarle counties. Also, provides ADA paratransit in Charlottesville and urban Albemarle County. Wheelchair accessible & FARE-FREE.

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UTS

University Transit Service provides transportation for students, faculty, staff, and visitors within the University of Virginia (UVA) campus and is open to the public. FARE-FREE.

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AFTON EXPRESS

A bus service operated by BRITE connects Charlottesville with Staunton via Waynesboro and Fishersville.

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FOOTHILLS EXPRESS

A bus service operated by Virginia Regional Transit connects Charlottesville with Ruckersville, Madison, and Culpeper.

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VIRGINIA BREEZE

Virginia Breeze is an intercity bus service connecting communities across the state with major destinations including Washington, D.C., Richmond, and Virginia Beach.

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GREYHOUND

Greyhound is the largest intercity bus transportation provider in the U.S., operating a network that connects over 1,600 destinations across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

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AMTRAK

Amtrak is a national railroad company offering intercity service to over 500 destinations across USA and Canada, covering more than 21,400 miles of routes.

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About PATH helpline

PATH, Partnership for Accessible Transportation Help, is a free transportation information and referral service open to the public. PATH assists anyone with inquiries about local transportation, with a focus on helping older adults and people with disabilities find transportation options when they are unable to drive.

PATH serves Region 10, including the City of Charlottesville and Albemarle, Greene, Fluvanna, Louisa, and Nelson counties.

  • Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
  • Monday-Friday
After hours? Leave a message and we will call you back

How PATH can help you find a Ride

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Call PATH toll-free at 888-879-7379. If we don't answer, leave a voicemail and we will call you back.

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A transportation counselor will connect you with services and help you schedule a reservation.

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The counselor will guide you through the process and help with any issues you encounter.

Facts & Questions

Where can I ride?

PATH covers the City of Charlottesville, and Albemarle, Greene, Louisa, Nelson, and Fluvanna counties. We may be able to help you find a ride outside of Region 10.
Give us a call and share your transportation needs.

Who Can Ride?

Everyone can ride! This service is for anyone with questions about local transportation, focusing on helping older adults and people with disabilities find rides.
We have interpreter services and materials in Spanish.

How Does PATH Work?

PATH works with existing transportation services to unify all public transportation services into a central information hub. The goal is to develop a transportation network and promote use of public transportation.

Hard to find transportation in your area?

Share your experience and transportation needs with us through this online survey. We are gathering data to better understand the transportation needs in Albemarle, Greene, Louisa, Nelson, Fluvanna, and the City of Charlottesville. Your comments will help us choose where to work with partners to increase and improve transportation.

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Partner with PATH

Interested in partnering with us? Looking to bring more transportation services to your area or for your clients? Curious about this program? Eager to contribute and support rides for underserved populations? PATH is here to make a difference in your community. Agencies and volunteer groups can get support from the PATH program to provide transportation in their area. Some of the free resources available include:
  • - Vehicles and operating funds
  • - Staffing and infrastructure
  • - Pilot programs
  • - Data collection and surveys
  • - Operating costs
  • - Ride scheduling software and services